About Michael A.

Michael A — DeSantis practices private damage law at Hartel, DeSantis & Murray, LLP, located in Hanover, Maryland. A member of the Maryland State Bar since 1988, he has devoted over 3 decades to advocating for clients facing personal injury claims. The firm focuses on a number of legal regions, including medical malpractice, products legal responsibility, and insurance defense, serving clients throughout Maryland and beyond. DeSantis’s experience enables him to handle the necessities of those cases effectively. He earned his law degree (J.D.) from the University of Baltimore School of Law in 1988, the same yr he was admitted to the bar. Prior to law program, he acquired a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Government and Politics from the University of Maryland - Baltimore in 1984.

His professional legal career commenced with a clerkship for the Honorable William H. McCullough, a position that supplied him with valuable perception into the judicial process and the inner workings of the court system. Most of DeSantis’s practice focuses on private injury claims, representing clients who've suffered because of negligence or wrongful behavior. These cases often contain thorough investigations, bargaining sessions with coverage firms, and, when important, legal proceedings in courtroom. His experience in medical negligence claims and merchandise legal responsibility cases enhances his ability to manage complicated legal issues. This depth of information lets in him to recommend for his clients, making sure they obtain the damages they deserve.

Before joining Hartel, DeSantis & Murray, he gained knowledge in various legal settings, representing clients in both state and federal courts. His practice consists of appearances in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia. This breadth of experience equips him to address diverse legal challenges, adapting his techniques to satisfy the wants of every case. DeSantis is a member in good standing of several legal institutions, including the Maryland State Bar Association and the Bar Association of the District of Columbia.

His involvement in those organizations maintains him informed approximately changes within the regulation and enhances his expert network. Additionally, he participates in the Maryland Defense Counsel Association, which focuses on civil litigation defense. Outside of his legal practice, Michael A — DeSantis is dedicated to public service work, frequently engaging in nearby initiatives. His commitment to the legal profession and his clients is clear in his thorough approach to each case, solidifying his popularity as an informed and reliable attorney within the private injury area.

Education

University of Baltimore School of Law

J.D. (1988)

University of Maryland - Baltimore

B.A. (1984) | Government and Politics

Languages

English (Spoken)

Experience

Law Clerk to the Honorable William H. McCullough

Prince George s County Circuit Court
1988

Partner

Hartel, DeSantis & Murray, LLP

Accepted Jurisdictions

U.S. District Court, District of Columbia
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Maryland
U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia
4th Circuit
District of Columbia

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland U.S. District Court
U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia U.S. Circuit Court
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. Circuit Court

Types of Cases Handled

Personal Injury Medical Malpractice Products Liability Insurance Defense

Legal Services Scope

Investigation Negotiation Litigation

Professional Associations

Maryland State Bar Association

has membership Current

Prince George s County Bar Association

has membership Current

Anne Arundel County Bar Association

has membership Current

Bar Association of the District of Columbia

has membership Current

Maryland Defense Counsel Association

has membership Current

District of Columbia Bar

has membership 1990 - Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 7467 Ridge Road Suite 100 Hanover MD 21076